Steve Kraske is a Professor of Communication Studies at UMKC and the host of "Up to Date" on KCUR-FM. His reporting focuses on a diverse range of themes including culture and society, construction and real estate, as well as regional interest and world news, particularly in North America and Latin America. Kraske's work has been featured in various outlets such as CDC Gaming Reports, St. Louis Public Radio, and Yahoo News.
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Steve Kraske's coverage indicates a focus on local government and politics, with an emphasis on events impacting Kansas City and the states of Kansas and Missouri. He also covers cultural and societal topics relevant to the region.
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By: Steve Kraske, Elizabeth Ruiz
One thing Sandy Spidel Neumann learned during her 40-year career in financial services is that you can't throw money at a problem. The Kansas Democrat said she'll use her business background to make data-informed decisions. Spidel Neumann is one of 11 candidates on the Aug. 4 primary ballot for the U.S. Senate.
By: Steve Kraske, Zach Wilson
Author Craig Fehrman will be at the Kansas City Public Library later this month for a conversation about his new book "This Vast Enterprise: A New History of Lewis & Clark."
By: Halle Jackson, Steve Kraske
On “Burn Again,” his second solo record as Warren Burns, Kansas City folk artist Danny Fischer works through difficult life experiences and comes out better on the other side.
By: Steve Kraske, Zach Wilson
New analysis from Ballotpedia suggests that Republicans in Missouri and Kansas could see the 2026 elections break their legislative supermajorities, potentially affecting their ability to pass policies without any bipartisan support.
By: Elizabeth Ruiz, Zach Wilson, Steve Kraske
Darryl Burton was exonerated, but found even more hurdles outside of prison trying to find housing and a job. Burton is the co-founder of Miracle of Innocence, a Missouri nonprofit that provides legal aid and reentry services, which is holding its ninth annual fundraiser in September.
By: Steve Kraske, Halle Jackson
The Society of St. Pius X — a faction of conservative, traditionalist Catholics who reject major reforms adopted in the 1960s — boasts The Immaculata in St. Mary's, Kansas, as one of its largest churches worldwide. The SSPX caused a schism in the Catholic Church earlier this month when it ordained new bishops against the orders of Pope Leo.
By: Zach Wilson, Steve Kraske
Missouri Rep. Mark Alford is running for reelection in the newly redrawn 4th congressional district. He joined KCUR's Up To Date to discuss the war in Iran, the bipartisan housing bill that President Trump has refused to sign, the Supreme Court's birthright citizenship ruling and more.
By: Steve Kraske, Nora Crutcher-McGowan
Since 1990, Warm has led the Mid-America Regional Council through developments in the city's transportation and emergency services. Warm said his role was to "help the town find a way forward and to be effective in the goals that it sets for itself."
By: Steve Kraske, Nora Crutcher-McGowan
It's become something of a tradition for the band to play at Hillsiders on the Fourth of July. A decade in, they've embraced their international fans and close community at home.
By: Steve Kraske, Zach Wilson
Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas joined KCUR's Up To Date to look back on the city's performance as a World Cup host, and to discuss what went right and what went wrong during the tournament.
